College Success Mentor

The College Completion Mentor plays a vital role in Improve Your Tomorrow’s (IYT) mission to support young men of color in achieving their higher education and career goals. This position serves as a first point of contact for IYT College Completion students, offering one-on-one mentorship, resource navigation, and holistic support. College Completion Mentors work to support students at community colleges and universities.

Key Responsibilities

Mentorship & Student Support

• Provide monthly one-on-one mentorship sessions to a caseload of 50–60 college students, conducted both in person and virtually.
   
• Support students in navigating academic challenges, financial aid, mental health resources, and overall well-being.
   
• Build trust-based relationships that promote persistence, self-advocacy, and career readiness.
   

Resource Navigation & Referral 

• Provide timely information about on- and off-campus services, including tutoring, academic advising, transfer support, basic needs, and counseling.
   
• Refer students to appropriate IYT staff or college departments for specialized support.
   
• Track mentorship progress and student needs in case management systems.
   

Administrative & Data Support

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of mentorship meetings, referrals, and student engagement.
   
• Assist with scheduling, paperwork, and data entry to support program reporting and evaluation.
   

Program & Event Support

• Assist in the planning, execution, and facilitation of workshops, events, and community-building activities.
   
• Co-lead or support student success workshops focused on topics such as time management, financial literacy, and mental wellness.
   
• Represent IYT at outreach and recruitment events, particularly supporting high school-to-college transition activities.
   

Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, college faculty, partner organizations, and IYT team members.
   
• Uphold IYT’s values in all interactions and serve as a visible and positive representative of the organization.
   

Other Duties

• Support other program needs and initiatives as assigned by team lead.

Benefits of Service: 

IYT Mentors receive a bi-weekly stipend, medical benefits (if eligible), loan deferment (if eligible), professional development, career advising, access to Alumni Network and much more! Upon the successful completion of the service term, IYT Mentors receive a monetary educational award. Please see more details for your region below.

• Earn an Education Award upon completion of program requirements
  • Earn up to or between $1,565.08 to $10,000  Segal AmeriCorps Education Award that can be applied towards qualified student loans and college expenses (pending hourly commitment). Contingent on the number of years served. 

• Eligible for Student Loan Deferment and Student Loan Forgiveness (for all loans that qualify)
• Gain Career Readiness, Leadership Development training, Access to Alumni Network and Career Resource counselor and that prepare you for your career path and to be a leader
• Participate in Wellness workshops designed to support  mental health, wellness, and personal empowerment.
• Access to Guaranteed admissions (only available to previous IYT members).

Living Stipend Amounts 

Sacramento, CA  

• $517.99 Bi-weekly stipend for 20 hours per week commitment
• $1,250.21 Bi-weekly stipend for 40 hours per week commitment

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or legal permanent resident
• Must be High school graduate, current college students preferred, but not required
• Spanish language skills preferred but not required
• Have reliable transportation
• Ability to commit to meeting service hour requirements
• Passion and commitment to IYT’s Mission, Vision, and Values
• Interpersonal Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Service
• Possess good organizational skills and complete tasks promptly
• Have a valid driver license (preferred), car preferred

Experience:

• High school graduate, college student or college graduate preferred
• Experience working with underrepresented youth populations 
• Familiarity with college admissions and financial aid processes 

Schedule:
You must have the availability to work one of the following shifts

1. Monday: 1:30pm-5pm, Tuesday: 9:30am-2pm, Wednesday: 1:30pm-5pm, Thursday: 9:30am-2pm, Friday: 9:30am-2pm
2. Monday: 2pm-5:30pm, Tuesday: 10am-2:30pm, Wednesday: 2pm-5:30pm, Thursday: 10am-2:30pm, Friday: 10am-2:30pm
3. Monday: 1:30pm-5pm, Tuesday: 9:30am-4pm, Wednesday: 1:30pm-5pm, Thursday: 9:30am-4pm, Friday: OFF
4. Monday: 2pm-5:30pm, Tuesday: 10am-5pm, Wednesday: 2pm-5:30pm, Thursday: 10am-5pm, Friday: OFF
5. Monday: 10am-5:30pm, Tuesday: 9:30am-12:30pm, Wednesday: 10am-5:30pm, Thursday: 9:30am-12:30pm Friday: OFF
6. Monday: 9am-5:30pm, Tuesday: OFF, Wednesday: 9am-5:30pm, Thursday: OFF, Friday: 9:30am-1:30pm OR 10am-2pm

Salary : $1,250 - $2,550